Mahabharata Udyoga Parva – उपाध्यायं पितरं मातरं च; ये ऽभिद्रुह्यन्ति मनसा कर्मणा वा

Shloka (श्लोक)

उपाध्यायं पितरं मातरं च; ये ऽभिद्रुह्यन्ति मनसा कर्मणा वा
तेषां पापं भरूणहत्याविशिष्टं; तस्मान नान्यः पापकृद अस्ति लॊके

⚡ Quick Meaning

Harming one’s teacher or parents mentally or physically leads to severe consequences.

Translations

English Translation

Those who harm teachers, fathers, or mothers in thought or action bear the greatest sin, akin to that of killing a child. This verse cautions against disrespecting parental and teacher figures in any manner.

हिंदी अनुवाद

जो लोग उपाध्याय, पिता या माता को मन या कर्म से हानि पहुँचाते हैं, उन्हें सबसे बड़ा पाप भोगना पड़ता है, जैसे बच्चे की हत्या करना। यह श्लोक माता-पिता और शिक्षक के प्रति किसी भी रूप में अपमान के खिलाफ चेतावनी देता है।

Commentary

Context

This shloka explicitly articulates the gravity of disrespect towards parental and educational figures.

Meaning

It implies that such actions have dire spiritual repercussions, highlighting the sacred nature of these relationships.

Application

Acknowledging the consequences of one’s actions can lead to a more respectful and conscientious society.